Word Problem Flashcard

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a narrative or story, requiring the reader to extract relevant information and perform calculations to find a solution.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the question being asked. 3. Extract the relevant information and numbers. 4. Determine the operations needed (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division). 5. Solve the problem step by step.

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What operation would you use to find out how many more items are needed?

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Subtraction is used to find out how many more items are needed by taking the total number of items and subtracting the number of items already present.

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If a pack of DVDs costs $12, how do you find out how many packs you can buy with $120?

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To find out how many packs you can buy, divide the total amount of money ($120) by the cost of one pack ($12). The calculation is 120 ÷ 12 = 10 packs.

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What is the formula for finding the total number of items after adding more?

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The formula is: Total Items = Original Items + New Items.

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What does it mean to 'stack' items in a word problem?

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To 'stack' items means to add more items on top of what is already there, increasing the total amount.

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How can you check if your answer to a word problem is correct?

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You can check your answer by plugging it back into the original problem to see if it makes sense and satisfies the conditions given.

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What is the importance of reading the options in a multiple-choice question?

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Reading the options helps to narrow down possible answers and can provide clues about the correct solution.

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What is a key step in solving a word problem involving money?

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A key step is to identify the cost of each item and the total amount of money available to determine how many items can be purchased.

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What does 'more bales' imply in a word problem?

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'More bales' implies that the number of bales has increased from the original amount.